IB Chemistry SL 2.3.1 Metallic Bonding

Practise describing metallic bonding as electrostatic attraction between a lattice of positive ions and delocalised electrons. Use the mobility of electrons and the…

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Objective
2.3.1
Level
SL

Exam points

  • define metallic bonding as attraction between cations and delocalised electrons
  • explain electrical or thermal conductivity through mobile delocalised electrons
  • explain malleability through sliding cation layers while attraction is maintained

2.3.1—Metallic bonding question 1

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Iron may be extracted from iron (II) sulfide, FeS.

Outline why metals, like iron, can conduct electricity.

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